Hot Spring Lovers Should Visit! Top 3 Popular Onsen Spots in Chiba

I’ll recommend visiting a hot spring when you’ve feeling tired from work or study. If you are soaking in warmth, you can relax and fully recharge. Why not go to a popular one?
Therefore, I’ll introduce the Chiba Prefecture edition of the “19th NIFTY Onsen Annual Ranking 2024”, which is released by NIFTY Lifestyle Co., Ltd. Chiba is also easily accessible from Tokyo!

3rd Place: “Spa Metza Ōtaka Ryusenji no Yu” (Nagareyama City)

This is a highly famous spot among sauna enthusiasts since it features three saunas, three cold baths, and one of Japan’s largest “totonoi” (it means relaxation) spaces. It’s located just a 2-minute walk from Nagareyama-Ōtakanomori Station on the Tsukuba Express and Tobu Urban Park Line.

One of the charms is the “Dragon Löyly” in the Dragon Sauna, where five powerful stoves create an intense and immersive heat experience. The facility also has 15 different types of baths, including five carbonated hot springs, so you can enjoy a full onsen-hopping experience.

Addition to more relaxation, the stone sauna lounge includes a co-working space, a manga library, and a café serving additive-free fresh juices. You can easily spend all day here, it’s a true paradise for hot spring lovers!

＜User Review＞
“The baths are amazing, and the relaxation areas are just as impressive. The stone sauna area is fantastic, offering both a great sauna experience and a perfect place to unwind. This is truly an excellent onsen facility. I go both on weekdays and weekends to relax and recharge.”

2nd Place: “JFA Yume Field Makuhari Onsen Yuraku no Sato” (Chiba City)

It’s an open-air bath with a stunning panoramic view of Tokyo Bay, so you can soak while enjoying the ever-changing scenery from morning to evening. The hot spring is known as “Netsu no Yu” (Hot Water of Heat), is highly regarded for its great heat retention properties, keeping the body warm long after bathing.

One of the appeals is the nano mist attraction “Genmu” in the Pulugama & Stone Sauna “Onnetsubo,” where you’ll feel as if you’re floating in the clouds. For dining, the restaurant “Tenpu” offers delicious dishes made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

Moreover, you can easily go there by a free shuttle bus from JR Kaihimmakuhari Station. Also, a large outlet mall is located nearby, so it’s a great spot for both relaxation and shopping. This place is packed with joy and relaxation!

＜User Review＞
“This facility has an excellent seaside location. The open-air bath is especially fantastic, and I was completely satisfied with it. The sauna and cold bath are set at the perfect temperatures, and relaxing while gazing at the ocean is pure bliss.
I also highly recommend the regular attraction ‘Genmu’ in the bedrock area. It being surrounded by aromatic mist creates a truly unique and soothing experience.”

1st Place: “Spa & Hotel Maihama Eurasia” (Urayasu City)

This place is known for its stunning views of the bay area, including the ocean and cityscape. You can enjoy a natural hot spring with free-flowing water from a source 1,700 meters underground, and overnight stays are also available.
The location is really convenient, with a free shuttle bus from JR Maihama Station and just a 20-minute train ride from Tokyo Station.

The facility has a variety of baths, including open-air baths and attraction baths, as well as saunas and stone saunas. And there are seven types of baths and three types of saunas for both men and women.
Furthermore, it’s ranked first in the accommodation category, so it’s the best choice for visitors who also plan to explore the nearby theme park. You’ll have the maximum relaxation by nice views and soothing hot springs.

＜User Review＞
“I stayed here while visiting Disneyland, and it was incredibly convenient since the park is so close. The baths were spacious, and the entire facility had plenty of room to relax. I really enjoyed it, and I would like to visit again when I’m in the area.”

All places have been selected as the top 3, so they are really gorgeous! Full of baths, and you’ll see magnificent scenery! Also, you’ll surely satisfy your body and soul. Let’s spend an amazing day at the hot springs in Chiba.

Reference: NIFTY Lifestyle Co., Ltd. “19th NIFTY Onsen Annual Ranking 2024”